Backpack - Mazama Ridge (Mount Rainier)

Meet at Longmire at 8:30, where we'll await the gate opening. We can carpool to Narada Falls from there. A park entrance fee (or pass) is required for all vehicles entering the park. In addition, the camping permit carries an $8 per person fee.

This is a moderate snowshoe, with up to 1200’ of gain over 2-2.5 miles. It offers some opportunity for route-finding. Our route has no significant avalanche terrain, as the only slopes with avalanche potential will be below us. Bring a tent as a snow cave is likely impractical here. A map of the area and the route is available here: https://caltopo.com/p/1TMMV

When requesting permission to register, please tell me about your snowshoe and winter camping experience and gear (shelter, sleep system, cooking system, and clothing) you’ll bring in order to stay safe.

Hard-sided containers for food are required. We’ll carry out all of our waste, so bring a system for that (blue bag, WAG bag, or homemade). Also, bring a shovel for preparing your tent site and building a communal kitchen.

I've hiked on Mazama Ridge annually in recent years and camped there last winter and it is an awesome place to winter camp. There are many options for campsites and the prospect of fine views.